1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 255 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 250 GT | Impreza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 64 L |